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7th Annual Des Moines: River Run Garbage Grab
Des Moines, Iowa: On Saturday, the Polk Country Conservation Board hosted the 7th annual River Run Garbage Grab to clean up trash and debris along the Des Moines River south of the Saylorville Reservoir. Canoes, kayaks, and motorboats were launched along the river, by volunteers, to scour the banks and sandbars. Throughout the morning hours, [...]
Local Environmental Service Projects
For those interested in contributing to or starting a environmental community service project, here are a few ideas as recommended by the EPA. 1. Planting trees Trees help to filter out dangerous pollutants from the air, and provide habitat for animals. Visit the Arbor Day Foundation and TreeHelp.com for information about planting trees in your area. 2. Testing water [...]
